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Published: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 11:32 p.m.

Last Modified: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 11:32 p.m.

Dental Practice raising funds

OGDEN | A local dental practice is raising money to send two dentists and assistants to the Dominican Republic to provide dental care.

Marshall & Winslett Dental Excellence is taking part in Medical Ministries International, an organization that works to “establish Medical Platforms for Service and Education that build medical capacity for those that need it most.” Dr. Mary Ruth Marshall, Dr. Ashley Basinger, along with dental assistants Heather Psioda and Dawn Sabino, will travel to the city of San Jose De Las Matas from June 8 to 15. The practice is seeking tax-deductible donations from community members. Donations must be received by May 8. To make a donation, contact Susan Kirkendol at 686-9802. For more information about the ministry, visit www.mmint.org.

Cape Fear Mothers of Twins collecting diapers for quints

WILMINGTON | This year, the spring consignment sale held by the Cape Fear Mothers of Twins Club has an additional focus: to provide diapers for the Matthews family.

In September, Carmen Matthews gave birth to quintuplets, who currently go through about 30 diapers per day. To donate diapers in sizes 2, 3 or 4, bring them to the sale, from 8 to 11 a.m. April 6 at the Elks Lodge, 5102 Oleander Drive. A collection bin will be available, and the club will also accept cash donations to purchase diapers. The group will match donations up to a maximum of 10 cases of diapers.

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YMCA and city to partner for Healthy Kids Day event

WILMINGTON | Empie Park will be the venue for Healthy Kids Day from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 27. This is the second year that the City of Wilmington and the YMCA are working together on this free community event, which offers families a chance to participate in active play and educational opportunities designed to improve health and wellness.

“The City is proud to be partnering again this year with the Wilmington Family YMCA to present Healthy Kids Day,” said Mayor Bill Saffo.

“Promoting health and wellness for our community is a goal that the YMCA and City share. By joining together for this event, we will be working together towards that goal.”

YMCA Director of Operations Shannon Berg stated, “The YMCA is very excited about partnering with the City to provide a larger outreach for our community.”

Activities for kids 2 and over include health screenings/vendors, sports stations such as tennis, golf, volleyball, soccer, football, basketball and hockey, and more.

For more information, call 341-4631 or visit www.wilmingtonhealthykids.com. Empie Park is at 3405 Park Ave.

Email your New Hanover County news items to New.Hanover@StarNewsOnline.com. They must be received two weeks be

<p class="bold allcaps">Dental Practice raising funds</p>
<p>OGDEN | A local dental practice is raising money to send two dentists and assistants to the Dominican Republic to provide dental care. </p><p>Marshall & Winslett Dental Excellence is taking part in Medical Ministries International, an organization that works to “establish Medical Platforms for Service and Education that build medical capacity for those that need it most.” Dr. Mary Ruth Marshall, Dr. Ashley Basinger, along with dental assistants Heather Psioda and Dawn Sabino, will travel to the city of San Jose De Las Matas from June 8 to 15. The practice is seeking tax-deductible donations from community members. Donations must be received by May 8. To make a donation, contact Susan Kirkendol at 686-9802. For more information about the ministry, visit www.mmint.org.</p><h3>Cape Fear Mothers of Twins collecting diapers for quints</h3>
<p>WILMINGTON | This year, the spring consignment sale held by the Cape Fear Mothers of Twins Club has an additional focus: to provide diapers for the Matthews family. </p><p>In September, Carmen Matthews gave birth to quintuplets, who currently go through about 30 diapers per day. To donate diapers in sizes 2, 3 or 4, bring them to the sale, from 8 to 11 a.m. April 6 at the Elks Lodge, 5102 Oleander Drive. A collection bin will be available, and the club will also accept cash donations to purchase diapers. The group will match donations up to a maximum of 10 cases of diapers.</p><p>fore the event date.</p><h3>YMCA and city to partner for Healthy Kids Day event</h3>
<p>WILMINGTON | Empie Park will be the venue for Healthy Kids Day from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 27. This is the second year that the City of Wilmington and the YMCA are working together on this free community event, which offers families a chance to participate in active play and educational opportunities designed to improve health and wellness. </p><p>“The City is proud to be partnering again this year with the Wilmington Family YMCA to present Healthy Kids Day,” said Mayor <a href="http://www.starnewsonline.com/section/topic72"><b>Bill Saffo</b></a>. </p><p>“Promoting health and wellness for our community is a goal that the YMCA and City share. By joining together for this event, we will be working together towards that goal.” </p><p>YMCA Director of Operations Shannon Berg stated, “The YMCA is very excited about partnering with the City to provide a larger outreach for our community.”</p><p>Activities for kids 2 and over include health screenings/vendors, sports stations such as tennis, golf, volleyball, soccer, football, basketball and hockey, and more. </p><p>For more information, call 341-4631 or visit www.wilmingtonhealthykids.com. Empie Park is at 3405 Park Ave.</p><p>Email your New Hanover County news items to New.Hanover@StarNewsOnline.com. They must be received two weeks be</p>